Quaaludes are the brand name for the sedative-hypnotic drug Methaqualone, which function in the body as a general central nervous system depressant.uaaludes come in the form of a tablet or capsule. They are tasteless, odorless, and are relatively inexpensive to obtain. When used recreationally, Quaaludes are crushed and mixed with marijuana and smoked or liquefied and injected. Street names for Quaaludes are âLemmonsâ, â714sâ, âLudesâ, âquacksâ, âsoapersâ, âDr.
Felony crimes are the most serious types of crimes. They usually involve serious harm to the public, such as violent conduct, or distribution of drugs. Felony charges can result in heavy fines (greater than $1,000), and a prison sentence of at least one year.
Types of Criminal Offenses. Many states group criminal offenses into two categories: misdemeanors and felonies. A misdemeanor is a lesser offense, such as theft, and the punishment is typically less than one year in a local jail. Felonies are more serious crimes that include rape, murder and kidnapping, and offenders are usually sentenced to more than one year in prison. Some states refer to criminal offenses in terms of degrees. A fourth-degree offense such as mischief is less serious than a first-degree crime such as murder. The least serious criminal offenses are called infractions. Vandalism and traffic violations are examples of infractions.